For those of us who have spent years wondering where the Volkswagen Group was really going with Seat, once touted as its sporty mainstream marque, wonder no longer: the future is dim. We found out at the Munich motor show that Seat is to stop being a conventional car maker. Its current models will run… Continue reading Is Cupra really any different to Seat?
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Interview: FIA boss on his conflict with F1’s commercial boom
But Ben Sulayem argues that as the Concorde Agreement that binds F1 commercially permits 12 teams, newcomers can’t be totally shut out. He has been vocally supportive of the Andretti operation, run by Michael Andretti – son of 1970s F1 legend Mario – that’s bidding to join in partnership with General Motors. “Our rules say… Continue reading Interview: FIA boss on his conflict with F1’s commercial boom
Volkswagen Project Trinity: new details of VW’s next-generation EV platform
In an effort to combine all its most ambitious electric vehicle and driver assistance technology into one halo program, Volkswagen is working on what it calls ‘Project Trinity’. This advanced program of hardware and software development has been referenced publicly by the brand since 2021, and will eventually take the form of a flagship production… Continue reading Volkswagen Project Trinity: new details of VW’s next-generation EV platform
UK 2035 petrol and diesel ban: what is it and what cars are affected?
All new petrol and diesel-powered cars and vans are set to be banned from sale in the UK in 2035, following a government move to postpone the measure that was originally scheduled to come into effect in 2030. The change of policy announced by Rishi Sunak brings the UK into line with the EU and… Continue reading UK 2035 petrol and diesel ban: what is it and what cars are affected?
Next generation Lexus model to be previewed by groundbreaking concept
Once considered behind the curve when it comes to EV development, Lexus – and by extension Toyota – is preparing to reveal a groundbreaking concept that might see it leap to the forefront of the class. Due to be revealed on October 28 at the Tokyo Mobility Show, the concept will directly preview a new… Continue reading Next generation Lexus model to be previewed by groundbreaking concept
More performance, range and value: Audi Q4 e-tron upgraded for 2024
Audi has released a substantial set of upgrades for its Q4 e-tron and Q4 e-tron Sportback twins for the 2024 model year. Having first launched the Q4 electric SUV onto the market in mid-2021, Audi will now offer three powertrain options, all with improved efficiency, electric range and performance. The new models will go on… Continue reading More performance, range and value: Audi Q4 e-tron upgraded for 2024
Most efficient electric cars
Plenty of electric cars have impressive claimed range figures but managing to achieve them is another story. With the increasing number of EVs to choose from, buyers are hunting for the most energy-efficient electric cars to really make the most of their batteries between charges. Electric car efficiency is measured by calculating its miles per… Continue reading Most efficient electric cars
Going beyond Tesla: ETF bets solely on electric vehicle makers
watch now A new exchange-traded fund is zeroing in on electric vehicle manufacturers. Defiance ETFs runs the Solactive Pure U.S. Electric Vehicle ETF — which is also known as the Pure EV Index fund. It’s designed to give investors a way to make a concentrated bet on the space. “We realized that investors are buying… Continue reading Going beyond Tesla: ETF bets solely on electric vehicle makers
How AI/ML applications are transforming the automotive value chain
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) applications are revolutionising the automotive sector. From concept to engineering to testing to manufacturing to sales and after sales, we find its influence and impact everywhere. Five to six years ago, we used to find AI/ML applications mostly in web and e-retailer domain from the tech powerhouses like Google… Continue reading How AI/ML applications are transforming the automotive value chain
Tata Motors inaugurates vehicle scrapping facility in Surat
Tata Motors has launched its third Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility (RVSF), in Surat, Gujarat which was inaugurated by PB Balaji, Group Chief Financial Officer, Tata Motors. The state-of-the-art facility uses environmentally friendly processes and has the capacity to disassemble 15,000 end-of-life vehicles safely and sustainably each year. The RVSF is developed and operated by Tata Motors’… Continue reading Tata Motors inaugurates vehicle scrapping facility in Surat